Electrical Engineering (M.S.)

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

Professor and student working in a lab.

Program Coordinator/Contact

Sungyong Jung, Department Head
Xiaojun Xian, Assistant Professor and Graduate Coordinator
McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Daktronics Engineering Hall 214, Box 2222
605-688-4526

Program Information

The program offers a variety of courses that encompass a broad range of Electrical Engineering areas including: alternative energy and power systems, computer engineering, communications, electronic materials, devices and sensors, nano technology, photovoltaic devices and systems, microelectronic circuits and systems, and signal and image processing. The department’s graduate faculty conduct active research in these areas using modern research facilities and equipment.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science

Thesis: 30 Credit Hours
Non-Thesis: 30 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

EE 700-Level Electives Credits: 6

Select one of the following options

Thesis

EE 798 - Thesis (COM) Credits: 1-7 (5-7 credits required)
Electives Credits: 17-19

Non-Thesis

Electives Credits: 24

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL iBT: 4.5
TOEFL Essentials: 9.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 115

Two letters of recommendation with at least one from an individual who can address the applicant’s technical knowledge background and ability to perform research, a research statement or statement of interest area, and transcripts are required.

Accelerated Master’s Program

The accelerated master’s program will be available to eligible SDSU students. Up to twelve (12) graduate-level credits may apply to the undergraduate degree as major requirements or electives with approval from the student’s academic advisor, department head/school director, and college dean. Students must follow SDSU Policy 2:22 Use of Graduate Credit for Undergraduate Degree Requirements.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .